Paul's Bridge

Paul's Bridge is a stone structure made of Quincy granite that crosses the Neponset River to connect Milton and southern Boston. The design features rounded arches and solid stone walls, with the main arches measured at 20 feet across the river.

Thomas Hollis Jr. built this structure in 1849 to replace an older crossing known as Hubbard's Bridge. A major reconstruction took place between 1932 and 1935 to ensure its durability.

The structure is named after Samuel Paul, who owned adjacent land when the bridge was built. Visitors can experience the historic connection between communities while crossing today.

The bridge provides vehicle access across the river and is easily reached from Neponset Valley Parkway. You can view the structure from both sides and get up close to see how the unmortared granite blocks fit together.

The granite used in the bridge came from quarries in Quincy, a town famous for granite production. This local material made the project practical and affordable when it was built.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.23444,-71.12250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:47